QUESTION 1

Question

Which of the following entries is the most effectively worded for including on a résumé?
a. “I was instrumental in organizing volunteer projects involving over 100 people.”
b. “I organized biannual volunteer projects for my favorite charity.”
c. “I organized biannual volunteer projects with upwards of 100 volunteers per event.
6 points

QUESTION 2

Your cover letter should accomplish which of the following?
a. give prospective employers an autobiography, listing every accomplishment from childhood to the present
b. explain what you did wrong in your last position that you would like to fix if you get this position
c. get the reader’s attention, reflect genuine interest in the position, and explain why you are the best person for the position
6 points

QUESTION 3

Which of the following should be included on a résumé?
a. preferred work hours
b. family situation
c. work experience
7 points

QUESTION 4

Which best describes a résumé?
a. a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more
b. a lengthy essay detailing everything you have ever done that would make someone want to hire you
c. a professional letter you write to introduce yourself and tell a prospective employer why you qualify for a position
7 points

QUESTION 5

Which of the following descriptions of a previous job is the most effectively worded for a résumé?
a. “I went through and converted 5,000 hard copy files to digital files.”
b. “I was able to digitize 5,000 pages of materials.”
c. “I digitized more than 5,000 pages of library materials.”
6 points

QUESTION 6

A résumé is which of the following?
a. a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more
b. a lengthy essay detailing everything you have ever done that would make someone want to hire you
c. a professional letter you write to introduce yourself and tell a prospective employer why you qualify for a position
7 points

QUESTION 7

Which of the following should be included on a résumé for any position?
a. education, work experience, relevant skills, contact information
b. social security number, date of birth, medical conditions
c. wage/salary expectations, what you expect from the position
6 points

QUESTION 8

Which of the following should you include on a résumé?
a. education, work experience, relevant skills, contact information
b. social security number, date of birth, medical conditions
c. wage/salary expectations, what you expect from the position
6 points

QUESTION 9

Which of the following should a cover letter accomplish?
a. give prospective employers an autobiography, listing every accomplishment from childhood to the present
b. explain what you did wrong in your last position that you would like to fix if you get this position
c. get the reader’s attention, reflect genuine interest in the position, and explain why you are the best person for the position
6 points

QUESTION 10

Which of the following is a professional accomplishment that could go on a résumé?
a. winning a sweepstakes prize
b. certification in a job-related skill
c. beating a video game in record time
6 points

QUESTION 11

Which of the following best defines a cover letter?
a. a lengthy essay detailing everything you have ever done that would make someone want to hire you
b. a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more
c. a professional letter you write to introduce yourself and tell a prospective employer why you qualify for a position
6 points

QUESTION 12

Which of the following should you AVOID in your cover letter?
a. reasons why you left your last position
b. information about how you learned about the position or company
c. highlights of your skills or accomplishments
6 points

QUESTION 13

Which of the following should NOT be included on a résumé?
a. childhood hobbies
b. job-related skills
c. volunteer experience
7 points

QUESTION 14

Which of the following will make your résumé more effective?
a. Let typos remain to show that you’re not too picky or uptight.
b. Use action verbs and phrases.
c. Put in as many details as possible.
6 points

QUESTION 15

Katie is nervous about her upcoming job opportunities and wants to make sure that her résumé is perfect. What is the best advice for her?
a. Let typos remain to show that you’re not too picky or uptight.
b. Use action verbs and phrases.
c. Put in as many details as possible.
6 points

QUESTION 16

Which of the following is a professional accomplishment that could go on a résumé?
a. being elected prom king or queen
b. winning a pie-eating contest
c. an award earned in your field

Answer 1

Here are the most effectively worded options for each question regarding résumés and cover letters:

QUESTION 1 c. “I organized biannual volunteer projects with upwards of 100 volunteers per event.”

QUESTION 2 c. get the reader’s attention, reflect genuine interest in the position, and explain why you are the best person for the position.

QUESTION 3 c. work experience.

QUESTION 4 a. a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more.

QUESTION 5 c. “I digitized more than 5,000 pages of library materials.”

QUESTION 6 a. a professional autobiography in outline form that shows your education, work experience, job-related skills, accomplishments, and more.

QUESTION 7 a. education, work experience, relevant skills, contact information.

QUESTION 8 a. education, work experience, relevant skills, contact information.

QUESTION 9 c. get the reader’s attention, reflect genuine interest in the position, and explain why you are the best person for the position.

QUESTION 10 b. certification in a job-related skill.

QUESTION 11 c. a professional letter you write to introduce yourself and tell a prospective employer why you qualify for a position.

QUESTION 12 a. reasons why you left your last position.

QUESTION 13 a. childhood hobbies.

QUESTION 14 b. Use action verbs and phrases.

QUESTION 15 b. Use action verbs and phrases.

QUESTION 16 c. an award earned in your field.

These answers reflect best practices for crafting effective résumés and cover letters.